Arturo Castro (Guatemalan actor)
This article is about the Guatemalan actor. For the Mexican actor, see Arturo Castro.
| Arturo Castro | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Guatemalan |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Known for | James "Jaimé" Castro on Broad City |
Arturo Castro is a Guatemalan actor best known for his portrayal of James "Jaimé" Castro on the Comedy Central series Broad City.
Career
Arturo Castro had mostly done theatre work by the time he was 17 before he had the opportunity to host a televised fundraiser with Latin pop idols. He then hosted his own show on Guatemala’s national network called Conexion a year before moving to New York City where he met Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer and got the role of Jaimé in Broad City.[1] Castro plays one of the leading roles in Ang Lee's upcoming war drama Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk, as Marcellino “Mango” Montoya who is a member of Billy Lynn's Bravo Squad.[2]
Select filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Brand New Old Love | Charlie Cates | Post production |
| 2016 | Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk | "Mango" Montoya | Released in November 11, 2016 |
| 2009 | Taught to Hate | Antonio | Short film |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2016 | Broad City | Jaimé Castro | 18 episodes |
| 2015 | Alternatino | Arturo | |
See also
References
- ↑ Castro, Arturo. "Who I Am - Arturo Castro". arturo-castro.com. Retrieved 2016-08-28.
- ↑ Lane, Laura. "Arturo Castro: 5 Things to Know About Broad City's Breakout Roommate". people.com. Time Inc. Retrieved 2016-08-28.
External links
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